Childcare Teacher jobs in Gulfport, MS

Job Description:
Working at Early Encounters entails caring for children of all ages from 8 weeks to 5 years. Many, if not most, are here until 5:00-5:30. Job duties are age specific and include, but are not limited to, classroom learning activities, interacting and playing with children, supervising both indoor and outdoor activities, serving meals and/or snacks, interacting with parents. Early Encounters Preschool is a busy place filled with energetic children! Each staff member works to provide a fun, nurturing and safe environment where all our children can grow and learn.

Benefits include paid time off (sick and personal). Paid holidays! Dental, vision, and telemedicine available after completion of probationary period. Childcare discounts available for eligible staff members.

Required Qualifications: at least 18 years of age; successfully pass FBI background check

Desired Qualifications: Early Childhood Education and/or experience in a licensed facility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Be able to effectively guide and supervise young children to ensure safety and implement developmentally appropriate practice.
• Be able to move freely, lift, sit, and stand with ease.
• Be able to multi-task.
• Be able to effectively supervise children and University students in a variety of settings, including indoor classrooms, outdoor learning environments, and local field trips in a variety of weather conditions.

Note: Applicants must be able to work full-time.

Current needs:
(1) Infant teacher
(1) 3-year old teacher

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 - $13.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person